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Executive Director - Development (Del 1)

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Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Executive Director - Development, with significant Theme Parks development experience. This leadership role is central to realizing our ambition to create world-class theme park experiences that captivate visitors and contribute to the overall vision of Qiddiya.

As the Executive Director Development, you will oversee the full project lifecycle from concept through design, construction, and launch. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure that each theme park development adheres to the highest standards of innovation, quality, safety, and guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for the successful delivery of theme park projects aligned with Qiddiya’s vision and goals.
  • Lead multidisciplinary teams in the planning, design, construction, and commissioning phases of theme park developments.
  • Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Collaborate with master planners, architects, engineers, and creative teams to develop innovative and immersive theme park concepts.
  • Ensure adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices throughout all phases of development.
  • Engage with key stakeholders, including government entities, partners, and community representatives, to foster collaboration and support.
  • Drive continuous improvement efforts in project delivery methodologies, sustainability practices, and guest experience standards.
  • Provide regular updates and reports to senior leadership on project status, risks, and mitigation strategies.
  • Mentor and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or related fields; Master’s degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in large-scale theme park or entertainment development projects.
  • Strong understanding of IP management and integration within theme park environments.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading complex theme park developments from inception to completion.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
  • Excellent financial acumen with experience managing large project budgets.
  • In-depth knowledge of theme park design, construction standards, and safety regulations.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic, and multicultural environment.
  • Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Benefits

Offering a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

What this application asks

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First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Highest Education Level, Gender, Please confirm your nationality, Do you, or any immediate family member or close personal associate, have any actual, potential, or perceived conflict of interest in relation to QIC, arising from personal relationships, financial interests, or external employment, business activities, or services, that could reasonably be perceived as influencing your independence, objectivity, or decision-making if employed by QIC?, Are you currently or have you ever worked directly for PIF or one of its affiliated companies?, Do you have any social media accounts such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube or other platforms? If yes please share your usernames or links to you profiles:, Current Location, Date of Birth, Expected Salary, Current monthly salary, Salutation, Nationality Field, Resume, Years of relevant experience, Are you currently involved or working directly for Qiddiya either through a delivery partner or as a consultant?, By proceeding, I acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Notice https://qiddiya.com/en/careers/career-privacy-notice/ and consent to the use of my personal data provided in my job application for the purpose of conducting the recruitment process with Qiddiya Investment Company. I confirm that all information submitted as part of my job application is complete, accurate, and true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false, misleading, or incomplete information at any stage of the application or profile creation process may result in the rejection of my application. I further acknowledge and agree that Qiddiya Investment Company may verify the information I have provided, either directly or through authorized third parties., I hereby confirm that I have never had any criminal conviction, an arrest or charge for which I am currently on or awaiting trial

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